Cargo from Bulgaria to Germany
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End-to-End Cargo Shipping from Bulgaria to Germany
Neva Logistics organises consolidated pallets, oversized loads, full truck consignments, personal effects, air freight and same-day express vans between Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna, Burgas and Ruse and the German hubs of Berlin, Hamburg, Munich, Frankfurt and Cologne. Our door-to-door solution covers every step of Bulgaria → Germany freight forwarding, taking care of export paperwork, EU compliant packing, cargo insurance and live tracking. Whether you need spot air cargo from Sofia Airport to Frankfurt Airport, an urgent Sprinter van, cost-efficient groupage LTL or reliable FTL road freight, we deliver on time and within budget.
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What Cargo We Ship from Bulgaria to Germany
We move freight from Bulgaria’s production clusters to every German region — from precision machinery to award-winning wine. All shipments travel under a single CMR and arrive pre-cleared at German customs using ATLAS import entries (German Customs).
Why Ship Bulgaria → Germany with Us
Our logistics specialists craft turnkey Bulgaria–Germany freight solutions, combining daily express vans, weekly groupage departures and scheduled air cargo with one point of contact and full landed-cost transparency.
Pan-EU network
Direct road & air corridors linking Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna with Berlin, Munich, Hamburg.
Hassle-free customs
Export lodged via Bulgarian Customs portal (customs.bg), import pre-filed in ATLAS.
Safe, compliant packing
ISPM-15 wood, GDP cold chain, heavy-lift rigging for oversized cargo.
Transit Time & Shipping Costs from Bulgaria to Germany
- ✈️ Air freight: 1–2 business days – fastest lanes to FRA, MUC & HAM – indicative cost €4.0–6.0 per kg (shipments ≥ 50 kg)
- 🚚 Road freight: FTL 2–3 days / groupage 3–5 days door-to-door – indicative cost from €0.85 per kg or €2 200 per full truck
- 📄 Paperwork: EX-A, commercial invoice, packing list, CMR, ATLAS import, EU EORI
- 💰 Pricing: tailored quote based on weight, CBM, service level & Incoterms
| Service | Transit Time | Weight/Volume | Max Market Rate* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air freight (≥ 50 kg) | 1–2 days | Loose / skid | €6.00 per kg |
| Groupage pallet | 3–5 days | 1 EUR-pallet | €200 per pallet |
| Full truck (FTL) | 2–3 days | 13.6 m / 33 pallets | €2 200 per truck |
*Rates shown are the upper end of current market pricing (July 2025) and subject to confirmation.
Import Duties & Taxes in Germany
📦 Personal belongings
Relocating families can claim Transfer of Residence relief (Freizügigkeitsregelung) when moving used household items into Germany (Zoll – Moving).
- 🔹 Duty: 0 % after approval
- 🔹 VAT: 0 % on qualifying goods
- 🔹 Docs: Residence permit, inventory, passport
🏢 Commercial goods
Within the EU customs union, Bulgaria-origin goods move duty-free. German import VAT (MwSt) of 19 % may apply on CIF value for non-IOSS shipments.
- 🔹 Duty: 0 % within EU
- 🔹 VAT: 19 % Value Added Tax
- 🔹 Excise: Alcohol & tobacco require separate declarations
Frequently Asked Questions: Bulgaria → Germany Shipping
What documents are required for EU road freight?
Commercial invoice, packing list, CMR, EX-A (if exporting non-EU goods), and proof of delivery.
How long does groupage shipping take?
Our scheduled groupage service departs every Friday, delivering pallets in 3–5 working days door-to-door.
Can you handle hazardous or oversized cargo?
Yes, we provide ADR-certified transport for dangerous goods and low-loader trailers for heavy or out-of-gauge machinery.
Do I need cargo insurance?
Although CMR liability is included, we recommend all-risk insurance for high-value items. We can arrange cover through global underwriters.
Which German hubs receive cargo?
Key gateways include Frankfurt Airport (FRA), Munich Airport, Berlin Brandenburg Airport, Port of Hamburg and inland terminals such as Nürnberg and Leipzig.
Is live tracking available?
Every shipment receives an online tracking ID with milestone alerts by email or API.
Client Reviews: Bulgaria → Germany Shipments
“Our CNC equipment left Plovdiv on Monday and arrived in Munich Thursday morning, perfectly strapped and ready for install.”
👷♂️ Ivan P., Plovdiv → Munich
“Express van from Sofia to Berlin — collected at 18:00, delivered 23 h later. Outstanding communication.”
🚀 Maria D., Sofia → Berlin
“Groupage pallets of wine from Burgas to Hamburg arrived safely with temperature loggers intact.”
🍷 Stefan K., Burgas → Hamburg
“Household move Varna to Frankfurt — boxes labelled, customs handled, zero breakage. Highly recommend.”
🏠 Petya & Anton, Varna → Frankfurt
